Roce (en. Touch)
/roθe/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of grazing.
The touch of their hands caused a shiver.
El roce de sus manos provocó un escalofrío.
Friction between two surfaces.
The sound of the paper on the table was very noticeable.
El roce del papel en la mesa era muy notable.
Light tension or conflict.
There was a slight friction between the coworkers.
Hubo un roce entre los compañeros de trabajo.
Etymology
From the verb 'rozar', which comes from the Latin 'rosare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
exchange of words
Exchange of comments or criticisms between people.
roce de palabras
to have a slight conflict
To experience a conflict or a minor dispute.
tener un roce
friction between friends
Minor misunderstandings or disagreements in a friendship.
roces entre amigos
Related Words
to graze
Act of lightly touching something.
rozar
they graze
Verbal form that indicates the action of grazing.
rozan
tool
Tool used to create grazes or frictions.
rozadora
Slang Meanings
Minor adjustment or modification in a project.
This adjustment you made to the design greatly improves the appearance.
Este roce que hiciste en el diseño mejora mucho la apariencia.
Minimal conflict between friends.
Don't worry about the disagreement we had, everything is fine now.
No te preocupes por el roce que tuvimos, ya está todo bien.